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Top Maxillofacial Surgeon, Pediatric Oral Surgeon in Israel
Position: Senior Surgeon at the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Hospital: Hadassah Medical Center, Ein Kerem Campus, Jerusalem, Israel
Dr. Itai Zeevi is top expert with specialized expertise in pediatric oral surgery, sedation dentistry, and treatment of patients with special needs. Recognized as one of Israel’s leading surgeons in his field, having been selected for Forbes magazine’s list of “Best Doctors in Israel” for four consecutive years (2021-2024) and Dun’s 100 top doctors ranking (2024). Published researcher with multiple peer-reviewed scientific publications on vascular malformations, pediatric dentistry, and oral pathology.
Dr. Itai Zeevi is included in Forbes list of the best Israeli doctors
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Clinical Specializations:
- Pediatric Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Expert in surgical treatment of children with congenital abnormalities and acquired conditions
- Special Needs Populations: Specialized care for patients with developmental disabilities, medical complexities, and behavioral challenges
- Sedation and General Anesthesia: Advanced training in conscious sedation and dental treatment under general anesthesia
- Vascular Malformations: Expert in sclerotherapy and surgical management of oral vascular malformations
- Dental Implantology: Complex dental implant placement, bone augmentation, sinus lift procedures
- Advanced Bone Grafting: Reconstruction of atrophic jaws, zygomatic and pterygoid implants for extreme bone deficiency
- Complex Extractions: Surgical extraction of impacted wisdom teeth, complicated dental extractions
- Oral Pathology: Diagnosis and treatment of oral cavity and jaw pathologies
- TMJ Disorders: Treatment of temporomandibular joint dysfunction
- Salivary Gland Pathology: Diagnosis and management of salivary gland diseases
- Orthognathic Surgery: Correction of jaw deformities and malocclusions
- Dentoalveolar Surgery: Comprehensive surgical procedures of the teeth and supporting structures
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Education
Dental Medicine Degree
- DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine): Faculty of Dental Medicine, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Hadassah Ein Kerem
- Graduation: With distinction
Specialty Training
- Residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (2010-2014): Rabin Medical Center (Beilinson Hospital), Petah Tikva, Israel
- Initial Training: Under Prof. Shlomo Calderon
- Continued Training: Under Prof. Gavriel Chaushu
- Board Certification: Specialist in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Advanced Training & Fellowships
- Advanced General Dental Practice Program (AGPP): One-year intensive program in oral rehabilitation, Hadassah Jerusalem (completed with distinction)
- Advanced Sedation and General Anesthesia Course: One-year comprehensive training program, Sedation Center, Hadassah Ein Kerem, Jerusalem
- AO CMF Fellowship: Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Hospital Munich, Germany
- Advanced training in craniomaxillofacial trauma and reconstruction
- AO Foundation Training: Hanover, Germany
- Specialized training in osteosynthesis and facial trauma management
Specialized Courses & Certifications
- Zygomatic Implants Course: Verona, Italy
- Advanced training in zygomatic and pterygoid implants for severe bone deficiency
- Straumann® Dental Implant Training: Basel, Switzerland
- Comprehensive implantology course
- Pediatric Sedation Course: Hadassah Har HaTzofim, Jerusalem
- Specialized training in sedation for pediatric patients
Professional Experience of Dr. Zeevi
Hadassah Medical Center, Ein Kerem, Jerusalem
- Current – Senior Surgeon: Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Under the leadership of Prof. Nardy Caspi
- Clinical Coordinator Positions:
- Coordinator: Pediatric Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Unit
- Director: Ambulatory Sedation Services
- Coordinator: Congenital Malformations and Vascular Anomalies Service
- Key Responsibilities:
- Comprehensive surgical management of pediatric and adult patients
- Development and implementation of sedation protocols
- Treatment of complex vascular malformations
- Supervision of residents and medical students
- Clinical research and academic activities
- Multiple Private Dental Clinics: Central Israel and Shephelah Region
- Providing specialized oral surgery services
- Comprehensive implant dentistry
- Complex extractions and surgical procedures
Previous Training Positions
- Chief Resident (2013-2014): Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Rabin Medical Center
- Resident (2010-2013): Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Rabin Medical Center
Academic Appointments & Teaching
Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Faculty of Dental Medicine
- Current – Lecturer: Faculty of Dental Medicine
- Course Coordinator: “Introduction to Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” (Third-year dental students)
- Clinical Supervisor: Undergraduate dental students in clinical training
- Resident Instructor: Supervision and training of oral surgery residents
Previous Teaching Positions
- Clinical Instructor: Department of Oral Rehabilitation, Hadassah Jerusalem
- Lecturer and Clinical Instructor: Dina School of Nursing, Rabin Medical Center
- Lecturer: College of Health and Behavioral Sciences, Ramat Gan
Teaching Focus Areas:
- Oral and maxillofacial surgery fundamentals
- Pediatric oral surgery techniques
- Sedation and anxiety management
- Treatment planning for complex cases
- Clinical skills development
Research & Publications
Research Interests:
- Vascular malformations in the oral cavity
- Sclerotherapy techniques and outcomes
- Pediatric dentoalveolar infections and hospitalization trends
- Dry mouth management in medically compromised patients
- Oral medicine and pathology
- Quality improvement in oral surgery
Peer-Reviewed Publications:
- Zeevi I, Chaushu G, Alterman M, Chaushu L. (2020). “Sclerotherapy of Vascular Malformations in the Oral Cavity—Minimizing Postoperative Morbidity.” Medicina (Kaunas), 56(5):254. doi: 10.3390/medicina56050254
- Editor’s Choice Article – Selected by MDPI editors as particularly significant work
- Research conducted at Rabin Medical Center and Hadassah Medical Center
- Zeevi I, Abdulqader S, Zilberman U, Moskovitz M, Fux-Noy A. (2022). “A retrospective cohort study of pediatric hospitalization due to dentoalveolar infection before and after a change in national health insurance.” Scientific Reports, 12(1):20438. doi: 10.1038/s41598-022-25045-0
- Impact study on pediatric dental hospitalizations following policy changes
- Published in Nature’s Scientific Reports
- Zadik Y, Zeevi I, Luboshitz-Shon N, Dakwar N, Wolff A, Shapira MY, Or R, Elad S. “Safety and efficacy of an intra-oral electrostimulator for the relief of dry mouth in patients with chronic graft versus host disease: Case Series.” Med Oral Patol Oral Cir Bucal, 19(3):e212-9.
- Clinical trial on innovative treatment for xerostomia in cancer patients
- Demonstrated safety and efficacy of electrostimulation therapy
Additional Scholarly Work:
- Multiple abstracts and presentations at national and international conferences
- Co-author on several research papers published in scientific literature
- Active participant in clinical research within Hadassah Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Conference Presentations:
- Numerous presentations at conferences in Israel and internationally
- Topics including vascular malformations, pediatric surgery, and sedation techniques
Professional Memberships & Affiliations
Israeli Professional Organizations:
- Member, Israel Dental Association (IDA)
- Member, Israel Medical Association
- Member, Israeli Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Member, Israeli Society of Oral Medicine
International Professional Organizations:
- Member, International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (IAOMS)
- Member, AO CMF Alumni (AO Foundation – Craniomaxillofacial Surgery)
Professional Leadership:
- Active participant in professional societies
- Contributor to continuing education programs
- Peer reviewer for scientific journals
Awards & Recognition
National Recognition:
- Forbes Israel – Best Doctors List: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
- Consecutive four-year selection to Forbes magazine’s prestigious list of top doctors in Israel
- Recognition based on peer evaluation and professional excellence
- Dun’s 100 Top Doctors: 2024
- Selected for prestigious Dun’s 100 ranking of leading specialists in Israel
- Reflects professional standing and peer recognition
Research Awards:
- “Young Researcher Award”: Israeli Society of Oral Medicine, 2008
- Recognition for outstanding research contributions in oral medicine and pathology
- Awarded for excellence in clinical research
Professional Distinctions:
- Graduated Advanced General Dental Practice Program (AGPP) with distinction
- Recognized leader in pediatric oral surgery in Israel
- Extensive positive patient testimonials and reviews
Clinical Practice Philosophy
Dr. Itai Zeevi’s practice is built on core principles of:
Patient-Centered Care:
- Placing “the person in the patient” at the center of treatment
- Demonstrating empathy, sensitivity, and compassion
- Taking time to explain procedures and address patient anxieties
- Ensuring patient comfort and understanding throughout treatment
Excellence in Pediatric Care:
- Specialized approach to treating children with dental phobia
- Expert use of sedation and general anesthesia when appropriate
- Creating positive dental experiences for young patients
- Family-centered care involving parents in the treatment process
Management of Special Needs Patients:
- Extensive experience with patients having developmental disabilities
- Treatment of medically complex patients with underlying conditions
- Individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s capabilities
- Compassionate care for vulnerable populations
Professional Values:
- Commitment to professional, high-quality, and ethical medical care
- Evidence-based treatment approaches
- Continuous learning and skill development
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
Languages
- Hebrew
- English
